Russ Graham removed from Flight Restaurant Group
Co-owner of Flight Restaurant Group is out after allegations of racial discrimination and sexual harassment.
After nearly 50 years, Oden will close its doors
Oden called some of the largest corporations in Memphis clients during its long run as a marketing and advertising agency.
Public health experts reiterate importance of wearing a mask
Over the past week, now much younger people in their 20s and 30s are being hospitalized, according to officials.
Memphis artists dominate airport’s public art competition
Memphis International Airport and the UrbanArt Commission named winners Tuesday, June 16, in the competition for public art in the modernized B Concourse.
Shelby County coronavirus cases increase by nearly 200
More than 100,000 coronavirus tests have been administered in Shelby County.
City mask requirement clears final hurdle
The Memphis City Council approved the requirement Tuesday by a 9-4 vote on its third and final reading. But questions remain about enforceability as county health officials still only recommend wearing masks.
Council asks Strickland to hold up valet parking contract with Flight
The action came with word that owners of the restaurant were buying out their partner in the business venture. The council also passed three resolutions on law enforcement that are the first acts by the group in the discussion about the role of police and use of force policies.
SCS will seek more teacher input on making up lost learning
As SCS considers plans to help students recoup academic losses because of the coronavirus, teachers will be surveyed before a decision is made by the school board.
DeBerry to run as independent after Legislature opens door
State Rep. John DeBerry will run as an independent in the November election after the General Assembly passed legislation sidestepping a decision by the Tennessee Democratic Executive Committee to remove him from the ballot.
Daily Memphian hires college basketball reporter
Danielle Lerner has joined The Daily Memphian to cover the University of Memphis basketball program, Executive Editor Ronnie Ramos announced Tuesday.
Removing occupancy restriction has no effect, restaurateurs say
Restaurant occupancy restriction is lifted with new directive, but social distancing remains the same; restaurateurs say nothing will change.
House gives schools, businesses protection from COVID lawsuits
The state House voted 80-9 Tuesday to give schools, businesses and hospitals broader protections against the potential for "frivolous lawsuits" tied to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Protest and activism grow to include restlessness with local status quo on race
Memphians joining the past 21 days of protests are becoming more vocal about changing the city's traditional method for dealing with racial issues.
Germantown Municipal School District addressing concerns
The Germantown community has signed a letter calling for the suburban school district to better address racial issues in the schools. Superintendent Jason Manuel said he is willing to listen and eager to change.
Protesters ‘occupy’ City Hall to demand police reforms
Protesters gathered outside City Hall Tuesday as part of a 21st day of demonstrations and events that have grown out of the Minneapolis death of George Floyd at the hands of police
Arlington approves Arlington Falls, Brendalay Grill proposals
A couple of highly anticipated Arlington commercial projects have received approval from the Arlington Planning Commission.
State urges districts to buckle up for school bus issues
Tennessee Department of Education has also warned districts to plan for driver shortages. On social media, some drivers have suggested that returning to their bus jobs may not be worth the hassle.
NBC cancels ‘Bluff City Law’
The show, which debuted in September 2019, had a 10-episode season.
We’re all responsible for safe workplaces
As we move along on reopening the “Weconomy,” employers and employees need to understand that both have crucial roles to play in making reopening safe.
Metro
Man dies in police custody, MPD says
A man died Tuesday after experiencing a medical emergency while in police custody.
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Business
Caring for the caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients
When Zelda Fitzgerald Hill’s mother struggled to care for his father who had Alzheimer’s disease, he and his sisters stepped in to divvy responsibilities and provide their mother with support.
Premium Real Estate Regional One Health build could bring new life to Downtown ‘gateway’
Sports
Triple Vision: Jaren Jackson Jr. wants more chaos, more contrast, less chill
When Jaren Jackson Jr. decided to film his life, it pushed him to places he’d never gone before — like deep into the snake- and alligator-infested Florida Everglades in the middle of the night.
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Food
A brotherhood grows — and flourishes — at Acre
Being named a James Beard awards semifinalist is the culmination of three decades of working together for the duo at Acre.
Suburbs
Former Landers Center director says he was fired for booking Black artists, files lawsuit
In a lawsuit filed Friday, Jan. 31, former director Todd Mastry accuses certain DeSoto County Supervisors and the DeSoto County Convention and Visitors Bureau of violating the Civil Rights Act.
Arts & Culture
Retiring Germantown Presbyterian’s choir director has ear for church music
Germantown Presbyterian’s music director will lead his final service Sunday. He’s held various positions in a 60-year career, but he said he’s always loved church music.
Opinion
Guest Column: Why we need a land expo in Memphis
“There is an urgent need to address the aging housing stock and fund new development across the city that can accommodate people where they live and work.”
Podcasts
What’s next for MSCS?
A series of changes in the leadership of Memphis-Shelby County Schools may be giving way to a more gradual but no less profound series of changes within the district.
Games
Jigsaw: Troll time
This week’s jigsaw features a photo by The Daily Memphian’s photographer, Patrick Lantrip, from the “Thomas Dambo Trolls: Save the Humans” at Memphis Botanic Garden.